Mary Greenwell

Who better to compile a list of make-up must haves than one of the world's most prolific and respected make-up artists? With a client list ranging from Berardi to Bündchen and Vogue to Victoria Beckham, Mary Greenwell is an expert in her field. VOGUE.COM quizzed her on which products she couldn't live without. Q: Who's the most interesting person you've worked with throughout your career and why? A: Cate Blanchett, because she is beautiful in such an enduring way. It is a beauty of the most interesting kind. Q: Which of this season's beauty trends do you think are the most exciting? A: The trends, understandably, repeat themselves every year. What changes is textures - I think that the very matte lip is great, as the textures of matte lipstick has improved so much. They are now more comfortable and easy to wear. Smokey eyes is a classic that we all love and adore, and all brands have brought out fantastic smokey eye colours this season. Q: What are your make-up kit staples? What wouldn't you travel to a job without? Liner is of course a staple we all love and shimmer liner in the evening is a great party look. I wouldn't travel without false lashes - Ardell are my number one favourites as they are 100% natural and divine. They have become an essential in my kit. Suqqu cream foundation is still the best foundation out there, Métier de Beauté eyeshadows have fantastic textures, and Christian Dior and Chanel lipsticks have both luxurious and fabulous colours.